1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 52 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Vantage | Patrol |
Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |